06/17/2026
Community colleges are playing an important role in preparing students for careers in the emerging industry, and is proud to be part of that effort.
Check out this American Association of Community Colleges story featuring CNM's Quantum Technician Bootcamp, developed in partnership with Sandia National Labs. Hands-on training programs like ours are helping students gain the skills needed for careers in , advanced manufacturing, defense, networking, and more: https://bit.ly/43gq8wE
Preparing the quantum workforce
For decades, quantum science has held theoretical promise but remained largely the realm of university and government lab researchers. In recent years, however, the commercial potential of quantum — which holds the promise to drastically increase and speed up computing power, create more accurate ...
06/17/2026
Through workforce training, paid internships, and strong industry partnerships, is helping thousands of students gain the skills, experience, and connections they need to launch successful careers✨
With support from the New Mexico Legislature, more than 6,000 students have participated in workforce training opportunities and over 600 have completed paid , building real-world experience before graduation.
Read the full story here: https://bit.ly/3RZtYrI
06/15/2026
The vibes were immaculate at this year's Albuquerque Pride Parade 🏳️🌈✨
Shoutout to all the Suncats who came out and spread the love.
Photo dump incoming 📸👇
06/13/2026
After a decade of visionary leadership and commitment to workforce and economic development in New Mexico, CNM Ingenuity, Inc. CEO Kyle Lee has announced that he will step down later this summer.
Since joining Ingenuity in 2015, Kyle has helped transform the organization into a nationally recognized leader in workforce innovation, , and economic development. Under his leadership, CNM Ingenuity expanded its reach across the state, creating pathways to high-demand careers for thousands of New Mexicans while strengthening partnerships that support economic growth and opportunity.
Please join us in thanking Kyle for his outstanding service and dedication, and in wishing them continued success in all that lies ahead!
06/11/2026
8 students from competed at the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Competition and left with 3 national medals and multiple top 10 finishes🏆
🥇 Chase Bramer — Gold, Sculpture
🥈 Elian Estrada — Silver,
🥉 Aiden Jones — Bronze, Aviation Maintenance
CNM talent = certified elite🛠️ 🍰 🛩️
06/10/2026
’s first graduating class is already making an impact🛠️
With a 100% graduation rate, all 20 seniors are graduating with industry-recognized credentials, and several are earning associate degrees through before even finishing high school.
Through CNM’s partnership with Rio Rancho Public Schools, students are gaining hands-on experience, college credit, and career-ready skills in high-demand fields.
Read the full story from The Paper here: https://bit.ly/4wSM66i
National Labor Leader praises RioTECH as a blueprint for collaborative CTE education - The Paper. in Rio Rancho
By Kevin Hendricks – The Paper. All 20 seniors at RioTECH are graduating this week — every one of them holding an industry-recognized credential, and some leaving with an associate’s degree before finishing high school. It is the school’s first graduating class. RioTECH — an acronym for Te...